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Tokyo lion deaths show heat wave gripping East Asia
Three lions at a Tokyo zoo died from suspected heatstroke as record-breaking temperatures grip East Asia, prompting South Korea’s president to declare a national disaster.
Israel election pressure fuels settlement push as West Bank violence surges
Israel’s settler movement has intensified West Bank activity ahead of October elections, with the UN reporting attacks and illegal settlements at record highs amid surging violence.
‘Maximum use’: Iran boosts military strength during ceasefire with US
Iran’s military says it has intensified efforts to boost weapons production during ceasefire talks, preparing to resume conflict if negotiations fail, while regional tensions persist through proxy attacks.
DOJ sends monitors to Michigan poll sites as lawmakers warn of partisan aim
The DOJ deployed federal monitors to four Michigan cities during the state’s primary election, drawing concerns from Democratic lawmakers about potential partisan use under the Trump administration.
Red Cross urges international aid as Sudan crisis deepens
The International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies urges increased international aid for Sudan, stating humanitarian needs are escalating amid an ongoing conflict between military and paramilitary forces.
The real reason child vaccination rates are falling
Childhood vaccination rates across Britain have fallen significantly over the past 15 years, dropping from 89% to 81% for four-in-one jabs and from 88% to 84% for MMR doses.
Artificial intelligence: Why firms are struggling to set prices
Major technology firms face challenges pricing AI services due to unpredictable token consumption, fluctuating costs, and difficulty forecasting usage patterns for customers over multi-year contracts.
What will happen when a SpaceX rocket collides with the Moon?
A SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket upper stage is expected to collide with the Moon on August 5, traveling at approximately 5,400 mph and creating a crater over 50 feet wide.
Fresh US-Iran talks are ‘last chance’ for Tehran to avoid war escalating, Trump says
Donald Trump stated that ongoing negotiations between the US and Iran represent the “last chance” for Tehran to reach a deal and prevent military escalation, while Iranian officials denied that talks have commenced.
How US Senate Russia sanctions could spell 100% tariffs for India, China
A sweeping Senate-approved Russia sanctions bill could impose tariffs reaching 100% on countries like India and China that continue purchasing Russian oil and energy products.
US government mislabels countries on map of Africa at global conference
U.S. officials at an AIDS conference in Brazil displayed a map with significantly inaccurate African country placements, prompting criticism online and a State Department acknowledgment of error.
Police arrest dozens at London rally supporting Palestine Action
British police arrested 77 people at a London court rally supporting Palestine Action, which is proscribed as a terrorist organization in the UK.
Republicans delay vote on Trump’s US attorney general pick amid concerns
Senate Republicans have delayed a committee vote on Trump’s attorney general pick Todd Blanche over concerns regarding his proximity to the president and a controversial IRS settlement involving Trump.
‘To play God’: Cuba’s healthcare system collapses under US pressure
Cuba’s healthcare system is collapsing amid fuel shortages following a January blockade by the Trump administration, leading to mounting mortality rates and treatment denials across the island.
‘The breath just went out of us’: people return to their homes after wildfires near Madrid
Residents of El Morro near Madrid returned to their homes after evacuation from wildfires that consumed tens of thousands of hectares, finding widespread destruction and grappling with the aftermath.
India’s CJP protests: Why tech alone won’t stop exam paper leaks
India’s government is considering shifting major entrance exams to computer-based testing following widespread protests over question paper leaks, but experts warn that technology alone cannot solve systemic governance and trust issues.
‘Like volcanic ash falling’: Inside Aeon mall after Japan’s earthquake
A magnitude 7.1 earthquake struck Kumamoto, Japan on Tuesday, followed by an explosion at a major shopping mall that killed at least three people and left others missing amid rescue efforts.
Evo Morales defiant after new Bolivia arrest warrant
A Bolivian court issued an arrest warrant for former President Evo Morales, investigating him for alleged involvement in farmer and trucker protests against the government’s economic policies.
Thursday briefing: The UK’s special relationship with the US allows their servicemen to avoid our justice system
A Guardian investigation reveals US military servicemen accused of sexual assault in the UK have avoided British justice through court martial trials, receiving lighter sentences than they would under UK law.
In the waters off Malaysia, Iranian oil sales continue despite blockade
Iranian oil tankers continue offloading cargo in Malaysian waters despite US naval blockades, using ship-to-ship transfers to supply Chinese refineries through a shadowy maritime network.
India’s arms sale to Israel risks complicity in Gaza genocide, Amnesty says
Amnesty International reports India has supplied weapons components to Israel since October 2023, risking complicity in alleged genocide against Palestinians in Gaza.
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Trends in Responsible Gambling Around the World
For an activity that has been going on since Ancient times, gambling still manages to cause quite a stir in modern society. Countries have attempted to regulate or even ban it outright several times in the past, but no avail. In fact, strong-arm attempts to enforce...
San Diego Police Arrest 30+ Suspects After Officer Killed
Two years ago, Freddy Perez-Rodas shot his wife three times in the chest and burned down their home. The slain woman, Officer Laura Perez of San Diego’s Escondido Police Department, was just 25 years old. Initially, Perez-Rodas told authorities the fire was...
Russia Is Strengthening Its Syrian Military Airbase
Stratfor had recently reported that Russia plans on expanding its second military airbase in Syria by sending in more air assets there. This new base is expected to be located towards the southeast of Homs at Shaayrat military base. Russia plans on doing all of this...